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Food Truck Market: ZIP 85712

Opportunity Score
65 / 100 Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 85712 has strong foot traffic at 14.4/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income slightly below the national average ($50,625). Lunch and quick-service formats do well here. Premium pricing is harder to sustain than in high-income urban cores — keep your menu math tight.

Market Summary

ZIP 85712 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 31,571 and household incomes near the national median ($50,625). There are 81 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

31,571
Population
$50,625
Median Income
-32% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.4/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 44.2 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 28.7% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 85712.

32
Sit-Down Restaurants
10.1 per 10K residents
49
Fast Food / Counter
15.5 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect commissary kitchen rates, permits, and event vendor pricing.

$1,016
Median Gross Rent
$270 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$750 K deposits

What to Expect Here

Fixed Location Beats Roaming

High-foot-traffic areas reward consistency. If you can secure a recurring spot near offices or transit stops, build your weekly schedule around it. Regular customers drive more revenue than novelty seekers.

Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits